Generation to Generation
| Generation to Generation | |
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| Traditional Chinese | 江湖夜雨十年燈 |
| Simplified Chinese | 江湖夜雨十年灯 |
| Literal meaning | Ten Years of Night Rain in the Jianghu |
| Hanyu Pinyin | Jiānghú Yè Yǔ Shí Nián Dēng |
| Genre | |
| Based on | Ten Years of Jianghu Night Rain by Guanxin Zeluan |
| Directed by | Lü Haojiji |
| Starring | |
| Country of origin | China |
| Original language | Mandarin |
| No. of episodes | 17 |
| Production | |
| Producer | Li Xing |
| Production companies |
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| Original release | |
| Network | Tencent Video |
| Release | February 22, 2026 – present |
Generation to Generation (Chinese: 江湖夜雨十年灯) is a 2026 Chinese Wuxia television series written by Shao Si Han, directed by Lü Haojiji, and starring Zhou Yiran and Bao Shangen. The series is adapted from the web novel Ten Years of Lamplight in the Rainy Nights of Jianghu by Guanxin Zeluan, the series follows the interactions between a young master and female disciple as they navigate the internal conflicts and history of the martial arts world. The series premiered on Tencent Video on February 22, 2026.[1]
Synopsis
[edit]The series follows Cai Zhao, a disciple of the Qingque Sect, and Mu Qingyan, a young master investigating his family's history. The narrative centers on their attempts to resolve historical conflicts between different martial arts factions while uncovering secrets involving their respective lineages.[2]
Cast and characters
[edit]Main
[edit]- Zhou Yiran as Mu Qingyan / Chang Ning[3]
- The "double-faced" young master of the Demon Sect who survived a family massacre. He is characterized by a calm and reserved exterior that masks a persistent and calculating nature as he works to uncover the truth behind his family's past.
- Bao Shangen as Cai Zhao[3]
- A disciple of the Qingque Sect described as a "Buddhism-like" (foxi) female warrior. She is characterized by her transparent and free-spirited personality, preferring a detached and peaceful lifestyle while navigating the disputes of the martial arts world.
Supporting
[edit]- Yu Jiacheng as Song Yuzhi
- Fan Jingyi as Qi Lingbo
- Bian Tianyang as Fan Xingjia
- Yan Yuchen as Dai Fengchi
- Yuan Wenkang as Qi Yunke
- Li Yuan as Yin Sulian
- Lu Shan as Ning Xiaofeng
- Jing Chao as Cai Pingchun
- Duan Yu as Yang Xiaolan
- Yang Hewen as Ding Zhuo
- Wang Lu as Xue Youfu
- Xiang Xia as Master Song
- Paul Che as Yan Xu
- Qi Hang as Old Ning
- Liu Runming as Zhou Yuqi
- Huang Zhenyu as Zeng Dalou
- Nick Shan as Shangguan Haonan
- Cheng Hongxin as You Guan Yue
- Peter Sheng as Nie Zhe
- Krystian Wang as Li Min
- Zhao Yingbo as Lei Xiu Ming
- Li Mu Feng
- Huai Wen
- Li Xi Yuan
- Chen Si Yi as Xing Er
Guest roles
[edit]Production
[edit]Development
[edit]The series was officially announced on June 19, 2023, during Tencent Video's annual press conference. The production is an adaptation of a novel Ten Years of Lamplight in the Rainy Nights of Jianghu by Guanxin Zeluan, who previously written The Story of Ming Lan and Love Like the Galaxy. General director Lü Haojiji and screenwriter Shao Sihan previously collaborated on The Double; Lü's portfolio also includes the 2015 series Go Princess Go. Guo Feng is the co-director and Li Xing is the producer.[4]
Casting
[edit]In June 2024, the production team confirmed Zhou Yiran and Bao Shangen as the lead actors.[5] A secondary announcement on October 18, 2024, disclosed the supporting cast and guest performers, including Peter Sheng, Wan Peng, and Li Yunrui.[4]
Filming
[edit]Principal photography took place at Hengdian World Studios and in Sichuan province. The series officially wrapped production on January 14, 2025.[6]
Release
[edit]The series released on Tencent Video and its international platform, WeTV, on February 22, 2026.[7][8]
Controversy
[edit]In July 2025, a stunt double using the pseudonym "Dog Tail" alleged she sustained a serious head injury during filming in September 2024. She stated the injury was caused by equipment failure and that the production team did not provide medical care or compensation in the following ten months.[9]
References
[edit]- ^ Alice, Li (February 10, 2026). 2月陸劇線上看推薦!王楚然&丞磊《成何體統》口碑爆棚,白鹿&王星越《唐宮奇案》穩坐Netflix冠軍 [February's top Chinese dramas for online viewing! Wang Churan & Cheng Lei's "What Kind of Conduct" receives rave reviews, while Bai Lu & Wang Xingyue's "The Mystery of the Tang Palace" remains the number one drama on Netflix.]. Elle (in Chinese (Taiwan)). Retrieved February 17, 2026.
- ^ a b c 編輯團 (June 30, 2025). 《江湖夜雨十年燈》劇情看點&角色介紹:包上恩攜手周翊然闖江湖,李昀銳客串飾兩角! [Highlights and character introductions for "Ten Years of Night Rain in the Jianghu": Bao Shang'en joins hands with Zhou Yiran to venture into the Jianghu, with Li Yunrui making a cameo appearance in two roles!]. beauty美人圈 (in Chinese). Retrieved February 17, 2026.
- ^ a b 网易 (January 1, 2026). 40集古装武侠剧《江湖夜雨十年灯》来袭!周翊然、包上恩领衔主演 [The 40-episode period martial arts drama "Ten Years of Jianghu Night Rain and Lamp" is coming! Starring Zhou Yiran and Bao Shang'en.]. NetEase. Retrieved February 17, 2026.
- ^ a b Chen, Liangyi (July 10, 2025). 《江湖夜雨十年燈》劇情7亮點!包上恩化身「佛系女俠」戀上「雙面少主」周翊然共破江湖血仇案,李昀銳驚喜出演「反差演技」登熱搜 [7 Highlights of the Plot of "Ten Years of Rain in the Jianghu"! Bao Shang'en and Zhou Yiran's "Chair Kiss" - Sweet, Heartbreaking, and Redemptive.]. TVBS (in Traditional Chinese). Retrieved February 17, 2026.
- ^ 《江湖夜雨十年燈》劇情看點&角色介紹:包上恩飾演 佛系正派女弟子虐戀魔教少主 周翊然. Vocus (in Traditional Chinese). February 16, 2026. Retrieved February 17, 2026.
- ^ Zhang, Lei (January 14, 2025). 江湖夜雨十年灯杀青特辑 爱恨江湖群像揭晓_新闻频道_中华网 [The wrap-up special of "Ten Years of Jianghu Night Rain and Lanterns" reveals a portrait of love and hate in the Jianghu world.]. news.china.com. Retrieved February 17, 2026.
- ^ Wu, Weishu (February 13, 2026). 《水龍吟》包上恩新劇虐戀《當我飛奔向你》周翊然播出倒數 李昀銳演魔教首領氣場強大超搶戲 -- 上報 [Bao Shangen's new drama "Water Dragon Chant" is a heart-wrenching romance. Zhou Yiran's drama "When I Run Towards You" is about to air. Li Yunrui plays the leader of a demonic sect with a powerful presence and steals the show.]. Up Media (in Chinese). Retrieved February 17, 2026.
- ^ Tencent, Video (February 11, 2026). 江湖夜雨十年灯定档2月22日_新浪新闻 [The Legend of the Condor Heroes: Ten Years of Rain and Light Set for February 22nd Release - Sina News]. Sina Corporation. Retrieved February 17, 2026.
- ^ 《江湖夜雨十年灯》女替身重伤维权 称剧组长达十个月未给予关怀与处理 [A female stunt double in the film "Ten Years of Night Rain in the Jianghu" suffered serious injuries and is seeking redress, claiming that the production team failed to provide care and support for ten months.]. Sohu. July 18, 2025. Retrieved February 17, 2026.
External links
[edit]- Generation to Generation at Tencent Video (in Chinese)
- Generation to Generation at IMDb
